49ers confirm when Brandon Aiyuk returns to the game - Dose.ca
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William Boivin
2025-08-11 19:20:46
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The San Francisco 49ers start a new season with several new features. With the departure of Deebo Samuel, Brandon Aiyuk now becomes Brock Purdy's main weapon.The pass catcher suffered a major knee injury after signing a huge contract, and the Niners have confirmed when Aiyuk will be back on the field for an NFL game.Brandon Aiyuk will be ready to return to action in Week #6, according to 49ers officialsSeverely injured on October 20 against the Chiefs, Aiyuk suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and medial collateral ligament (MCL) in his knee. A serious injury which required a long period of rehabilitation.Since then, the 26-year-old has been undergoing an intensive fitness program supervised by the 49ers' medical staff. Despite the extent of the injury, the progress seen in recent weeks offers cautious optimism.An expected return to energize the forward line
Aiyuk's absence has been felt in San Francisco's aerial game. His expected return in Week 6 could give a considerable boost to the attack led by Brock Purdy. With his speed and ability to create space, Aiyuk remains a key piece in Shanahan's offensive scheme.The 49ers are hoping that this return will materialize, allowing them to add a formidable weapon to their arsenal for the rest of the season.Meanwhile, the organization's first pick in 2024, Ricky Pearsall, is having a terrific camp and could quickly get a lot of touches in the first few weeks of activity.He's clearly a player to watch at the start of the season. Not only for the 49ers, but for the entire NFL.This content was created with the help of AI.
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